We are ashamed to say that we didn’t know about Chris Stapleton until he and Justin Timberlake SHUT DOWN the Country Music Awards. Turns out he’s been doing his thing for a while now as a writer and his songs have appeared on the albums of a lot of big-name artists. We absolutely dig his more traditional, soulful country style and all we have to offer is a pitiful, “Better late than never,” excuse regarding our ignorance. Chris Stapleton is nominated for four Grammy Awards: Album of the Year, Best Country Album, Best Country Solo Performance and Best Country Song.
Congrats Chris Stapleton! Listen to the nominated title track, “Traveller”.
I ask questions of your some of your favorite artists.
You should hear Chris get down on James Brown “It’s A Man’s, Man’s World”. You can find it online.
The very first time I heard Chris, my first thought was that he sounds like Otis Redding. It takes something monumental for me to throw that kind of praise out there. Chris Stapleton has the kind of vocal chops that he could front a Stax revue and nobody would bat an eye.
Good music is good music, no matter the genre, no matter the artist. After the CMA’s, I put this man into the mp3 rotation, and will keep tabs on him so that I am not a Johnny-come-lately again.
…And the woman that accompanies his vocals on Tennessee Whiskey deserves two thumbs up, too!
Triianne Pearson that’s his wife. She was an artist also. They compliment each other very well.
Grown Folks Music Had no idea! A truly talented couple.
Chris and Morgane Stapleton harmonize so beautifully. Their chemistry from the stage is also a key ingredient in their terrific shows.
Yes!
My exact thoughts
Alright Grown Folks Music! You know whats up. Last week we shared a love of Earth, Wind & Fire and now this man.
Thank you Christina for the props. We love to share it all on our blog and page. We don’t deal in one genre.
You’d never look at him and expect that awesome soulful voice to come out of his mouth.. Love him.